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Cynthia Sitton - Painter

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:24 -0400

Influenced by the tragedy and joys of her own experience, Cynthia J. Sitton uses her art to examine and cope with family life. From the dramas that are universal in adolescence, to the heartache of mental illness, Cynthia explains how both the dark and the light in her life provide inspiration for her painting.

Patrick Atangan - Comic Artist

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:26 -0400

Patrick Atangan is an illustrator with a light touch and diverse artistic talents. In this episode of For Art’s Sake, he talks about what drives him to utilize his talents in the comic format.

Brian Apthorp - Comic Book Artist

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:21 -0400

For Comic Book Artist Brian Apthorp, some dreams do come true. Hear how he turned his lonely adolescence into inspiration for his graphic novel project.

Scott Hampton - Comic Book Artist

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:24 -0400

While at the San Diego Comic-Con International, Scott Hampton discusses what makes the comic book and graphic novel mediums so potent and unique. As both an artist of painted comics and a writer, he examines why the horror genre is compelling to him and the challenges it poses. He also previews his upcoming project with DC Comics.

Kim Merrill - Painter

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:25 -0400

A dedicated mother who discovered her talents later in life, but no less fulfilled. Artist Kim Merrill is well-versed in multiple mediums, and speaks frankly about her path to becoming a "real" artist when she thought that it was only reserved for an elite few. An encouraging story for anyone who was afraid they didn’t have what it took to express themselves in art.

John Frame - Sculptor

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:26 -0400

John Frame tried many mediums in an effort to find the best way to express himself through art, finally settling on sculpting. In a candid interview, learn how deep the emotions behind the artwork go when people have an intense desire to communicate with others through their work.

Peter Zokosky - Painter

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:28 -0400

In this episode, painter Peter Zokosky describes his current work in progress and explains what compelled him to create this piece of art.

John Nava - Painter

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 19:43:21 -0400

An exceptionally gifted painter talks about the politics of his work. Sometimes the statement that a piece makes is more inflammatory than others. John Nava has dedicated an entire series to his views, check out this episode of For Art’s Sake and see what the fuss is about.